2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 893 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | Explorer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 254 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 4.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |