1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 532 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
