2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. 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 1990 Volvo 960. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | 960 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |