2000 Ford Equator vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 581 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Equator | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1789 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2700 mm |
