1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 636 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi Coupe | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | Coupe | Sorento |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |