2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Aveo and 2007 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 965 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Aveo | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |