1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 820 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 80 L |
