2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 726 kg more than 1991 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
