2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
