1999 Acura SLX vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 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, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 424 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | SLX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 350 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 | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2720 mm |
