2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 980 kg more than 1992 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sorento | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
