2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
