2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 756 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
Model | Sorento | Miura |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |