2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 395 kg more than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
Make | Kia | Studebaker |
Model | Sorento | Sky Hawk |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 515 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |