2009 Kia Optima 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 Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Optima would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. 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 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Optima | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Optima | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |