2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX 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 65 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 695 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sorento | S-MX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |