1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 800 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Eagle | Kia |
| Model | Summit | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
