2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 609 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Traverse | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |