2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 858 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti, 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-150 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
