1971 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 22 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1971 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Deauville | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
