2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton 400 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 118 more horse power than 1999 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 895 kg more than 1999 Proton 400. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Sorento | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
