2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 45 more horse power than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 | 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |