2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
