2003 Holden Statesman 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 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 261 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. 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 Holden Statesman (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Statesman | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
