2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1991 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 881 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lotus Esprit. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1991 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sorento | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
