2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. 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 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 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |