2012 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio.
Because 2012 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 2012 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio, 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-350 | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-350 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
