1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 142 kg more than 1989 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
