1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 348 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
