2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 358 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Cavalier | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
