2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
