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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (130 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 725 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (174 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 | 1986 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |