2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 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 88 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 732 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sorento | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
