2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln LS. (239 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 426 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln LS. 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Sorento | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |