1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 684 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Spirit | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Spirit | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |