2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 383 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
