2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | 300 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |