1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 683 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Spirit | Sorento |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |