1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 472 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |