2009 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1571 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 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2012 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Rio | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
