2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-150 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |