2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 791 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Freestyle | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
