1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 470 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Lumina | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
