2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 420 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
