2009 Ford F-450 vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Because 2009 Ford F-450 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-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II, 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-450 (814 Nm) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-450 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |
