2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. 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 Tahoe. 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 Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Tahoe | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |