2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 683 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Cobalt | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
