2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 738 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sorento | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |