2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 961 kg more than 2013 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
