2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Horizon 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 101 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 975 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. 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 1988 Plymouth Horizon. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Sorento | Horizon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |