1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Avanti | Kia |
Model | Avanti | Sorento |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |