1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 239 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Intrepid | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3228 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |