2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 592 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taurus | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |