1990 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 228 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Beretta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
