1995 Ford Versailles vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Versailles.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Versailles. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Versailles | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Versailles | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
