1994 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 635 kg more than 1994 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Sorento |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |