2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 728 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mexico.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Maserati Mexico. 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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
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2005 Kia Sorento | 1966 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Kia | Maserati |
Model | Sorento | Mexico |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |