1996 Lada Samara vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1996 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Samara. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Samara | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Lada | Kia |
Model | Samara | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |