2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1996 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |