2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Acadia | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 288 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |