1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 318 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
Model | Cutlass | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |