2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Kia | Packard |
Model | Sorento | Patrician |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |