2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Toyota Supra.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Supra. 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Supra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
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 | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |