1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Charger | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
