2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 670 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
