2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |