1993 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 657 kg more than 1993 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1993 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | NSX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
