1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 449 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Bel Air | Sorento |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 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 | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |