2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford 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 140 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 803 kg more than 1956 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sorento | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
