2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Kia | De Tomaso |
| Model | Sorento | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1700 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
