2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Because 2006 Ford Fusion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Fusion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fusion | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |