2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 792 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | SSR | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |