1973 Chrysler Charger 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 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Charger | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
