2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 135 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sorento 1967 Toyota Corolla
Make Kia Toyota
Model Sorento Corolla
Year Released 2005 1967
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 1077 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 194 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2027 kg 720 kg
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 61 L


 

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