2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 218 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sorento | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
