2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Golf 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 201 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 683 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1992 Volkswagen Golf. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1992 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1992 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |