2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 780 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire 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 | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |