2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 431 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-250 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3778 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
