2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 853 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. 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 1995 Nissan Almera. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Almera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
