2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |