1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Charger | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
