2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Maverick | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Maverick | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2017 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |