1988 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 977 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Camira | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Camira | Sorento |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |