1952 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | 40 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1549 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |