2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 609 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra.
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2004 Kia Sorento | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sorento | Optra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |