2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1998 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 918 kg more than 1998 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1998 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-150 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| 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 | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
