2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 525 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sorento | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
