2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Kia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sorento | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
