1999 Ford 021 C vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford 021 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford 021 C would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 567 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | 021 C | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
