2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |
