1998 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | Grand Prix | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1501 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |