2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1989 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | Meteor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 121 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |