2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Sorento 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
Make Kia Oldsmobile
Model Sorento Achieva
Year Released 2008 1991
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3340 cc 3133 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 309 Nm 249 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1750 mm


 

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