2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro 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 167 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. 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 1990 Rover Metro. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover Metro has manual transmission. 1990 Rover Metro 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | Metro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
