1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 119 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Because 1995 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Statesman | Sorento |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |