2007 Ford Territory vs. 2008 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2008 Kia Amanti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory.
Because 2007 Ford Territory 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 2007 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Amanti, 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2008 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Territory | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3778 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
