2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 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 109 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 888 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. 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 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. 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 (294 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Aveo | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |