2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 8 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 358 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sorento | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1642 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
