2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Freestar (325 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Freestar | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 241 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |