2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 618 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |