1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 482 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
