2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 483 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Yukon. 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 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Sorento | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
