2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | GTO |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |