2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Ford F-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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-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 1028 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-350 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 58 L |
