2003 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Freestar | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Freestar | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |