2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-150 | Potentia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2720 mm |