2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 950 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Expedition | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |