1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 482 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Sorento |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |