1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
