2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Crossfire | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
