2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage. 2012 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Sportage | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | F-350 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3967 mm |