2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 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), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | Falcon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1704 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |