2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fusion | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fusion | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |