2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2013 GMC Acadia 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. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Sorento | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
