1991 Seat Toledo 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 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Seat Toledo. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1991 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1991 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Seat Toledo | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | Toledo | Sorento |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |