2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 304 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 456.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ferrari 456. 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Kia | Ferrari |
| Model | Sorento | 456 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
