2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 42 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 788 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
