1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 955 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1986 GMC Suburban | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Sorento |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |