1990 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 881 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota MR2. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | MR2 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |