1952 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 935 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1952 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1952 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Consul | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Consul | Sorento |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |