1998 Holden Statesman vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Holden Statesman.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Statesman | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Statesman | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |