2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat 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) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1975 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (295 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
