2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Falcon (420 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
