1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 622 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caravan | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
