2012 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta

To start off, both 2012 Ford F-350 and 2012 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 265 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta.

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, 2012 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 2012 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Ford F-350 2012 Ford Fiesta
Make Ford Ford
Model F-350 Fiesta
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6200 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 385 HP 120 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
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 45 L


 

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