2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 346 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
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 | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |