2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 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 F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-150 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
