1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 172 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento. 2011 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | 400 R | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
