2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (373 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Retro Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
