1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 249 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Aurora | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
