2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle (281 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Freestyle | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
