1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 561 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daimler | Kia |
Model | Conquest | Sorento |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |