1999 Acura SLX vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Acura SLX. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura SLX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | SLX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2720 mm |
