2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 10 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 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1993 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet 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 | 1993 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Kia | Venturi |
Model | Sorento | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |