2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 917 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |