2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-350 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
