2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sorento | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
