2011 Ford S-Max vs. 2010 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 228 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento.

Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ford S-Max 2010 Kia Sorento
Make Ford Kia
Model S-Max Sorento
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 14.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1743 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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