2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
