2004 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 504 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escape | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |