2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1628 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-250 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 52 L |
