2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Ford F-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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 876 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-150 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |