1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 490 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Viper. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Viper | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |