2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,409 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-350 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |