2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 917 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |