2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1171 kg more than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. 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 1994 Reliant Scimitar. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1994 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Sorento | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |
