1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane. 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 1992 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2570 mm |
