1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Ford F-250 2010 Kia Borrego
Make Ford Kia
Model F-250 Borrego
Year Released 1997 2010
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6800 cc 4625 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 306 HP 337 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 438 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 2380 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2900 mm


 

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