2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Model F 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 116 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 Toyota Model F. 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 1990 Toyota Model F. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Model F |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 140 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 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |