2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
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 Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rondo 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 138 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-350 | Rondo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 60 L |