2009 Ford Flex vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2009 Ford Flex and 2009 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (256 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Flex | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
