2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 799 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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 Fiesta. 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 Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
