2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tahoe | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
