2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage, 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-350 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |