2000 Ford 24.7 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford 24.7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford 24.7 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Ford 24.7. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford 24.7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 77 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford 24.7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2000 Ford 24.7 (359 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm). This means 2000 Ford 24.7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford 24.7 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | 24.7 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
