2010 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 E-350 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford E-350 | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-350 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2620 mm |
