1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 955 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Concerto | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Concerto | Sorento |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |