1987 Holden Camira vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 977 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Camira 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:
| 1987 Holden Camira | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Camira | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
