2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 281 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.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Sorento | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
