2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-250 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |