2006 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 152 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Savana | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 192 HP |
Torque | 353 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |