2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 940 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. 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 (294 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1997 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sorento | Samurai |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 104 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |