1990 Daihatsu Cuore 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 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. 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 Daihatsu Cuore. 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 (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Cuore | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Cuore | Sorento |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2720 mm |