2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-150 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2720 mm |
