2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Colorado | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
