2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |