2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 544 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | Falcon |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |