2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 785 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Holden Apollo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Sorento | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
