1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 602 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Cavalier | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |