2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sorento | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
