1999 Acura EL 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 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1999 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura EL | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | EL | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2700 mm |
