2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 359 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 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 Maserati 430 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 430 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 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sorento | 430 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1190 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
