2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 650 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Marcia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. 1998 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sorento | Marcia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1350 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |