2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 527 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sorento | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
