1992 GMC Typhoon 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 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Typhoon | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
