2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 247 kg more than 1992 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Delta. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1992 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
