2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 829 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 TVR Trident. 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 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sorento | Trident |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
