2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 363 kg more than 1997 Lexus LS.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sorento | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
