2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 487 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape. 2011 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
