2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2012 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sorento | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
