2008 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
