1990 Infiniti G20 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Infiniti G20. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 772 kg more than 1990 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Infiniti G20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Infiniti G20 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | G20 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
