1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Cavalier | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
