1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 886 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.

Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1989 Ferrari F40 2003 Kia Sorento
Make Ferrari Kia
Model F40 Sorento
Year Released 1989 2003
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 622 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 7700 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 720 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1104 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 80 L