2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado 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 75 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
