2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 41 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sorento | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |