1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 208 kg more than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daimler | Kia |
| Model | One-O-Four | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
