1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 14 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1093 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-250 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
