1990 Chevrolet Astro 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 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Astro 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.
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1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Astro | Sorento |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |