2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Parati 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 103 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 890 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Parati |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
