2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 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 113 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. 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 1971 Porsche 914. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1971 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
