1997 Honda Today vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 2012 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Today | Sorento |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1885 mm |