1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 552 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1958 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1958 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen 541 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | 541 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
