2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-350. 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | F-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |