2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Pontiac G3
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G3.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2009 Pontiac G3 | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sorento | G3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
