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 666 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. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| 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 | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1324 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
