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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 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. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 31 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.
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 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). 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 | 3495 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
