1971 Buick GS vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 368 kg more than 1971 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | GS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
