2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 914 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sorento | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1086 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
