1991 Acura Legend vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1991 Acura Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
