2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 866 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. 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 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |