2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 504 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Sorento | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
