2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 635 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Saab 900. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sorento | 900 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
