2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Nissan Presea

To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea 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 69 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 910 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. 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 1995 Nissan Presea. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Kia Sorento 1995 Nissan Presea
Make Kia Nissan
Model Sorento Presea
Year Released 2006 1995
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2590 mm


 

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