2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1987 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Westfield ZEI. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Kia | Westfield |
| Model | Sorento | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
