2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 893 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |