2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Kia | GMC |
Model | Sorento | Acadia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |