2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |