2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 890 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-150 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |