1992 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1992 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1992 Dodge Viper 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:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
