2002 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford F-150 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-150 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |