1958 Holden FE vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 885 kg more than 1958 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Holden FE | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | FE | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
