2003 Ford Model U vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Model U. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Model U would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Model U is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Ford Model U. (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Model U.
Because 2003 Ford Model U is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U 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 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Model U | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Model U | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1636 mm |
