2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 82 kg more than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sorento | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
