2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 492 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1535 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |