2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Traverse would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 324 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Traverse | Sorento |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2113 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |