2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 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 73 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 242 kg more than 1962 Rover P5. 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 1962 Rover P5. 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 (294 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
