1993 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Laser | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
