2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 41 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chrysler 300. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (353 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Kia | Chrysler |
| Model | Sorento | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
