2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 2.6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1957 Riley 2.6 has manual transmission. 1957 Riley 2.6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Kia | Riley |
Model | Sorento | 2.6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |