2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 808 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford F-250 2008 Kia Sportage
Make Ford Kia
Model F-250 Sportage
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 256 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 474 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2350 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2640 mm


 

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