1991 Buick Reatta vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 448 kg more than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta. 1991 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Reatta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
