2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1224 kg more than 2009 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Cerato | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 136 L |
