2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
