1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
