1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 828 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento. 2004 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Mondial | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
