2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 925 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 TVR Cerbera. 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sorento | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
