2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Sorento | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
