2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 409 kg more than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | Falcon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1581 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |