2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sorento | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
