2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (306 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tahoe | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
