2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Maserati 420
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 374 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 420. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 420 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 | 1987 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sorento | 420 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1175 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
