2000 Ford 24.7 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford 24.7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford 24.7 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Ford 24.7. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford 24.7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 77 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford 24.7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 Ford 24.7 (359 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm). This means 2000 Ford 24.7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford 24.7 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | 24.7 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
