2008 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 442 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
