1958 Jensen 541 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 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 613 kg more than 1958 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jensen | Kia |
Model | 541 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |