1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-250 | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-250 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2629 mm |