1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 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 56 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
