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 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (238 HP @ 6000 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. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 179 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 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 | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
