2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Trans Sport | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
