2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 846 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 2017 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |