2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2012 Ford F-350 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. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | F-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
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 | 264 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |