2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 501 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sorento | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
