2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Kia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sorento | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 6.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 81 L |
