2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 21 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | TE-50 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |