2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 285 kg more than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1715 kg |
