2007 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 718 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Focus | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |