1954 Buick 40 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 381 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | 40 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2056 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
