2009 Ford F-350 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-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-350 | Forte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 52 L |