2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 726 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Cavalier | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |