2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 98 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 56 L |