2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1790 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 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 2007 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo, 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo. 2009 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-250 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
