1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 653 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Imperial | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2700 mm |