2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 845 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-350 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |