2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Uplander 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 52 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 564 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Uplander | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |