2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Sorento | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
