1998 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 306 kg more than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Isuzu VehiCross | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | VehiCross | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |