2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 963 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Sorento | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
