1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 538 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Sorento |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |