2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 948 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-350 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
