2012 Ford F-350 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford F-350 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 249 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 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, 2013 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2012 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia RIO has manual transmission. 2013 Kia RIO 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 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-350 | RIO |
| Year Released | 2012 | 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 | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 43 L |
