2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-350 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |