2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 765 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. 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 1989 Toyota Model F. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F. 1989 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Model F |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |