2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 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-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte, 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-250 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 52 L |
