1994 Holden Barina vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. 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 1994 Holden Barina. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Barina | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Barina | Sorento |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |