2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 936 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. 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 Rover 400. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1995 Rover 400 | |
Make | Kia | Rover |
Model | Sorento | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |