2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 947 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sorento | Capri |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
