2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 401 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 GMC Sierra (414 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Kia | GMC |
Model | Sorento | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 414 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |