2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Buick Century
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Century 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) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Century.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Century. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1992 Buick Century | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Sorento | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2662 mm |
