1996 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 979 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1996 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elan | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Elan | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |