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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 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 772 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) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |