2000 Ford TL-50 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford TL-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TL-50 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Ford TL-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TL-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 368 kg more than 2000 Ford TL-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford TL-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 TL-50 (570 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TL-50 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | TL-50 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1670 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
