2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Delta 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 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Delta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |