2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 551 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 2011 Ford E-350. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 125 L |
