2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 649 kg more than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Kia | Venturi |
Model | Sorento | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |