1990 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 850 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
