2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
