2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta, 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 45 L |
