1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 690 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jeep CJ (326 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | CJ | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2720 mm |
