2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1107 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. 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, 2004 Kia Cerato, 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 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-150 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2352 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1887 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
