2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. 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 1991 Rover 400. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
