1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 584 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Lumina | Sorento |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |