2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 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 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 99 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 926 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford E-150 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-150 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |