2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 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 Chrysler Aspen (515 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Aspen | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 294 Nm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |