2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Porsche 928

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (317 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.

Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 1990 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Kia Sorento 1990 Porsche 928
Make Kia Porsche
Model Sorento 928
Year Released 2008 1990
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 4957 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 264 HP 317 HP
Torque 360 Nm 430 Nm
Top Speed 190 km/hour 265 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2500 mm