1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Aspire | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
