2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 992 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4. 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 1993 Morgan 4. 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 (294 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | Sorento | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
