2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 442 kg more than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX 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 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1585 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
