1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Caprice | Sorento |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |