2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 562 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Explorer 2009 Kia Sorento
Make Ford Kia
Model Explorer Sorento
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4013 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2077 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3320 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 80 L


 

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