1992 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
