2004 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 165 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 Chrysler Pacifica (340 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Pacifica | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
