2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Suzuki XL6
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki XL6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki XL6 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki XL6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Suzuki XL6. 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 Kia Sorento (310 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (218 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki XL6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2000 Suzuki XL6 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sorento | XL6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
