2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1494 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lotus Seven. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sorento | Seven |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
