2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1337 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1990 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sorento | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |