2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 5 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Uplander | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| 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 Weight | 2360 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
