2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1994 Subaru Justy. 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 1994 Subaru Justy. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Justy. (77 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1994 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sorento | Justy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
