2004 Chrysler LHS vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Chrysler LHS 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 361 kg more than 2004 Chrysler LHS.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler LHS. 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 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler LHS | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | LHS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
