2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sorento | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |