2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (121 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Lantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 710 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | Lantis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
