2003 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
