2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-350 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2420 mm |
