2005 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 584 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Malibu | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |