1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 806 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Sierra | Sorento |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |