2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 549 kg more than 2005 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 Suburban (441 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |