2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Kia | Chrysler |
| Model | Sorento | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
