2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 382 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1645 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
