1992 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Domino | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Domino | Sorento |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |