2011 Ford F-350 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2011 Ford F-350 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 2011 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 2011 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford F-350 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |