2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 917 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Cobalt | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |