2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 609 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Avalanche | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 294 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |