2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Spectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-250 | 2008 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-250 | Spectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |