2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 810 kg more than 1988 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Camry. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
