2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-350 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
