2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 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 66 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 733 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
