1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 194 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Intrepid | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
