2007 Ford Edge vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. 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 Edge (339 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Edge | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 294 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |