2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Expedition and 2005 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Expedition (495 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Expedition | Spectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |