1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 456M | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
