2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 678 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-350 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
