2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Kia RIO

To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 6 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1796 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia RIO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford F-250 2013 Kia RIO
Make Ford Kia
Model F-250 RIO
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4200 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2892 kg 1096 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4045 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1455 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 43 L


 

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