2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 639 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sorento | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
