1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 628 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1948 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1948 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GAZ | Kia |
| Model | M-20 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
