1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 104 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Astro.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Astro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
