1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 407 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |