2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Ka |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
