2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2013 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Kia Sorento | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Kia | Chrysler |
Model | Sorento | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |