2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1996 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Justy |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |