2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 288 kg more than 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Kia | Lotec |
| Model | Sorento | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 347 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1656 kg |
