2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 478 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150. 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 (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | E-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |