2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 721 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-150 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
