2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 467 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Colorado | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |