2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |