2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 67 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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 2004 Ford Focus. 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 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |