1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 224 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
