2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 F-150 (325 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-150 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |