2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Kia | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Sorento | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 2382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |