2009 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 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 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio, 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Rio | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 2298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
