2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1975 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte 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 | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sorento | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
