2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (121 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 334 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sorento | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1215 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
