2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 722 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru XT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sorento | XT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
