1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Viper | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
