2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 658 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |