2007 Ford Territory vs. 2005 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 72 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.

Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Territory. 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 2005 Kia Sorento
Make Ford Kia
Model Territory Sorento
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 2497 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 180 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 14.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2016 kg 2088 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 60 L


 

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