1998 Hyundai Atos 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 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Atos | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Atos | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
