2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-250 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
