1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F50. 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F50 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
