1998 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 855 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Laser | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Laser | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |