1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 815 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Beretta | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |