1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 369 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Croma | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
