1956 Chrysler Imperial 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 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2670 mm |
