2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Saab 900 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 8 more horse power than 1997 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 685 kg more than 1997 Saab 900. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saab 900. (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1997 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sorento | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1315 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
