2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 847 kg more than 1990 Saab 900. 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 Saab 900. 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 (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sorento | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
