2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Lumina | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |