1999 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 29 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 1999 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Aceca | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
