2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford E-150 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 2011 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | E-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 125 L |