2004 Chevrolet Express 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 Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 381 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (351 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
