2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sorento | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
