1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 490 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, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
