1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1119 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Expedition | Forte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |
