1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 763 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1956 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
