2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 677 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. 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 (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
