2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Leone. 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Leone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |