2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 550 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
