2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 470 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Kia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sorento | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |
