2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-450 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
