1998 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Durango | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
