2011 Chevrolet Volt vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Volt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Volt would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 29 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (370 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Volt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Volt | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Volt | Sorento |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 370 Nm | 229 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Single Speed | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4498 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 2.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 2.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |