2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 867 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
