2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Uplander | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
