2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 41 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
