2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-250 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Ford E-250 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 2008 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford E-250 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Ford Kia
Model E-250 Pride Wagon
Year Released 2008 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 5520 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2350 mm


 

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