2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (373 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Retro Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
