1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
