2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Aveo | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
