2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 32 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Pacifica | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
