2006 Ford Territory vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 766 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Territory | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3489 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
