1999 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 964 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
