2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-150 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
