2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-350 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |