2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cerato 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 189 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 402 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, 2007 Kia Cerato, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-350 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
