1990 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 789 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Sorento |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |