2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKS is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 107 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKS.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKS. 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, 2010 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2010 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Sorento | MKS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
