2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Capri 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 92 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 920 kg more than 1992 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sorento | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
