1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 509 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Scorpio | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
