1991 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 856 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Beretta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
