2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 227 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Taurus (266 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Taurus | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taurus | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 228 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |