2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 739 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 507 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |