2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Sorento | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
