2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
