1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 229 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Caprice | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
