2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |