2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2010 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sorento | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
