2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-250 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |