2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 970 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Gol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
