2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
