2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sorento | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
