2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Expedition | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |