1953 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 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 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 828 kg more than 1953 Ford Vedette. 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 1953 Ford Vedette. 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 (295 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Vedette | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 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 | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
