2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | 300 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |