2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 725 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
