2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Xedos 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 870 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Xedos |
| Model | Sorento | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
