1952 Ford Vedette 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 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 745 kg more than 1952 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Vedette | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
