1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2005 Kia Amanti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Kia Amanti.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2005 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
