1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 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 108 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 313 kg more than 2007 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
