2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1991 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Presea 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 171 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Presea. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 295 kg more than 1991 Nissan Presea. 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 1991 Nissan Presea. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Presea. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Presea 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1991 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Presea |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |