1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 1991 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Roadmaster | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
