2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 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 86 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 850 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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 1998 Xedos 6. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Kia | Xedos |
Model | Sorento | 6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |