2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone 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 (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1281 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. 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 Subaru Leone. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |