2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Kia | De Tomaso |
| Model | Sorento | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
