2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2009 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-150 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
