2002 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-150 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-150 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
