1971 Jensen Interceptor 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 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 186 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. 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 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
