2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (124 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Kia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sorento | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 81 L |
