2009 Ford Flex vs. 2005 Kia Spectra5
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra5 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra5. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Spectra5 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Spectra5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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 Flex (336 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra5. (180 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2005 Kia Spectra5 | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Flex | Spectra5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
