2012 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 634 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Sorento | 2002 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
