2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 776 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Sorento | Excel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 31 L |