2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 525 kg more than 1998 Lexus SC.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus SC. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 1998 Lexus SC | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Sorento | SC |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |