1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fairlane | Sorento |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |