2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 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 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 F-250 (500 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (295 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-250 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
