2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sorento 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Kia Ferrari
Model Sorento 458 Italia
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3491 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 539 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1938 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2649 mm


 

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