2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 237 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sorento | Bravada |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |