1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 1989 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |
