1999 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 756 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Cavalier | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
