2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Impala (380 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Impala | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
