2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 850 kg more than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | 100 NX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |