2010 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1994 Buick Century. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sorento | 1994 Buick Century | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Sorento | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2664 mm |
