1999 Honda Today vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Today | Sorento |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |