2000 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1147 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ka | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
