2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 973 kg more than 1952 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Simca Aronde. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sorento | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 39 L |
