2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 159 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Edge. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Edge |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2824 mm |
