1991 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Concerto | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
