2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sorento | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |