1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 587 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Chevelle | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
