1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ranchero | Sorento |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |