2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry 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 88 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 910 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Camry. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (137 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
