1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
