2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 28 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sorento | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
