2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 303 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2008 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Expedition | Spectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1973 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 | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 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 | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 53 L |