2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 205 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 90 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1993 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
