2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 655 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2833 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
