2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 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 50 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 933 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-150 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| 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 | 225 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
