2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado 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 58 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 900 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Corrado |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |