1989 Ford Probe 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 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Probe (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 629 kg more than 1989 Ford Probe.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Probe. 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 Ford Probe (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Probe | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Probe | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 167 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 | 1315 kg | 1944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
