2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1354 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-350 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |