2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 206 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-350 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 45 L |
