1993 Ford Probe 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 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe 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 31 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 806 kg more than 1993 Ford Probe. 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 1993 Ford Probe. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Probe 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 Ford Probe | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Probe | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
