1988 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 542 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Legend | Sorento |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |