2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
