2003 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Statesman (375 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Statesman | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
