2006 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 141 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escape | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
