2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1995 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1995 Saturn SL 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Sorento | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
