1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Nazca | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Italdesign | Kia |
| Model | Nazca | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
