1996 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort 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 (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort 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:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
