2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1726 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-150 | Visto |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2390 mm |
