2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Ypsilon 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 139 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1999 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
