2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Stag 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 49 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 Triumph Stag. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1970 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Sorento | Stag |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
