2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 541 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sorento | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 31 L |
