2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, both vehicles can yield 353 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sorento | Aurora |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |