2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Buick Century
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 31 more horse power than 1995 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Century.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1995 Buick Century | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Sorento | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 251 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 |
