2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fusion | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
