2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Kia Rio

To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 642 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-150 2010 Kia Rio
Make Ford Kia
Model F-150 Rio
Year Released 2006 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1073 kg
Vehicle Length 5690 mm 4249 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 3520 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 45 L


 

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