1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 646 kg more than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Aerostar | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Aerostar | Sorento |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |