2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (320 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | C-MAX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
