2007 Kia Amanti vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Kia Amanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Amanti | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Amanti | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
