1953 Triumph TR2 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1953 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1171 kg more than 1953 Triumph TR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Triumph TR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Triumph TR2 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Triumph | Kia |
| Model | TR2 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
