2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 249 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
