1995 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 634 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | Integra | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
