2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Monte Carlo | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |