2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera 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 51 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 718 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
