2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS 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 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lexus GS. 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Sorento | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
