2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sportage | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 125 L |
