2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3327 mm |
