2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
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 Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
