2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Expedition | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 58 L |