2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2006 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |