1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Centurion | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
