2009 GMC Savana vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Savana | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1285 kg |
