1992 Honda Concerto 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 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1021 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 2005 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, 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Concerto | Sorento |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |