1990 Audi 90 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 589 kg more than 1990 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 90 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
