1990 Ferrari Mondial 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 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari Mondial 2008 Kia Sorento
Make Ferrari Kia
Model Mondial Sorento
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3405 cc 3340 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 309 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4500 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 80 L


 

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