2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Bantam | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |