2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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-350 (495 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-350 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-350 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
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 | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2660 mm |