1971 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 487 kg more than 1971 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Capri. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Capri. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Capri | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Sorento |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2637 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1549 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |