2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2007 Ford Fiesta and 2007 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 950 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Sorento (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
