2002 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 864 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Ka | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |