1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 68 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Sorento |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2710 mm |