2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
