2005 Ford F-350 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-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 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 190 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 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, 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-350 (495 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-350 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 58 L |
