2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima 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 54 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 645 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima. 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 1995 Nissan Maxima. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
