2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 871 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1944 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1944 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Kia | Packard |
| Model | Sorento | 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3440 mm |
