2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 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 30 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
