2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1989 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1989 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sorento | Samurai |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |