2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 394 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. 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 (314 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taurus | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |