2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 615 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sorento | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 2642 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
