2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 116 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3140 mm |