2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 296 kg more than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2010 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1704 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
