2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 34 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 400 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sorento | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
