2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Ford Focus

To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 653 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. 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 2012 Ford Focus. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Kia Sorento 2012 Ford Focus
Make Kia Ford
Model Sorento Focus
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3489 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4450 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1337 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4359 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1824 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 47 L


 

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