2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1180 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |