1998 Ford Royale 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 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Royale would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Royale | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Royale | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
