2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 383 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
