1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 355 Spider | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |