1988 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 565 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taurus | Sorento |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |