2004 Chrysler Concorde 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 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 124 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Concorde | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Concorde | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
