2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sorento 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Kia Chevrolet
Model Sorento Camaro
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3489 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 376 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1812 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1389 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 72 L


 

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