2006 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 1 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 699 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Lacetti | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 295 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |