2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera 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 (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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 Toyota Sera. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Sera 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 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Sera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
