2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Catalina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 6891 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3080 mm |