Foton Thunder vs Kia K2500 Comparison
Find below the detailed Cars comparison of Foton Thunder and Kia K2500, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Foton Thunder priced at ₱1.08 Million, while Kia K2500 is priced at ₱1.238 Million . If we compare the technical specifications, Foton Thunder houses 1968 engine whereas Kia K2500 engine displacement stands at 2497.
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Brand | Foton Philippines | Kia Philippines |
SRP* | ₱1.08 Million Foton Thunder Price | ₱1.238 Million Kia K2500 Price |
Variant | Thunder 4x2 EL MT | Kia K2500 4x4 Double Cab Dropside |
User Rating | 4.27 Thunder reviews | 4.27 Kia K2500 reviews |
Fuel Type | Diesel Diesel Cars in Philippines | Diesel Diesel Cars in Philippines |
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Vehicle Type | Pickup Trucks Pickup Trucks Cars in Philippines | Pickup Trucks Pickup Trucks Cars in Philippines |
Key Features
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Power | 161 hp | 128 hp |
Engine Displacement | 1968 cc | 2497 cc |
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User Ratings & Review Comparison
4.27/5
11 reviews
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28 reviews
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From The Experts
Things we like
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4x4 drivetrain works efficiently Dual cab variant is very plush Powerful engine with good performance |
Impressive load-carrying capacity Reliable and long-lasting engine |
Things we don't like
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Slightly expensive than some competitors
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Bouncy ride quality Bare-basic design inside-out |
Dimensions & Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) | 76 L | 60 L |
Gross Weight | 2980 kg | 3360 kg |
Length | 5340 mm | 4825 mm |
Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Height | 1870 mm | 2105 mm |
Wheel Base | 3110 mm | 2415 mm |
Ground Clearance | 220 mm | 200 mm |
Turning Radius | 6 m | 5.6 m |
No Of Doors | 4 | 4 |
Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Payload Capacity | 1090 kg | 1204 kg |
Front Tread | -- | 1505 mm |
Rear Tread | -- | 1460 mm |
Kerb Weight | -- | 2145 kg |
Engine Details
Engine | 2.0L Diesel Engine, Inline 4 Cylinder 16 Valve | 2.5L Diesel Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC |
Fuel Supply System | CRDi | CRDi |
No Of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Emission Norm Compliance | Euro 4 | -- |
Valve Configuration | -- | DOHC |
Performance
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Engine Displacement | 1968 cc | 2497 cc |
Power | 161 hp | 128 hp |
Torque | 390 Nm | 255 Nm |
RPM At Max Power | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
RPM At Max Torque | 1800 RPM | 1500-3500 RPM |
Steering
Power Steering | Yes | Yes |
Adjustable Steering Column | Yes | Yes |
Steering Column | Adjustable | Adjustable |
Steering Type | Power | Power |
Steering Gear Type | Rack & Pinion | Rack & Pinion |
Suspension & Brakes
Front Brake Type | Ventilated Discs | Discs |
Rear Brake Type | Discs | Drums |
Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Torsion Beam |
Rear Suspension | Leaf spring | Leaf spring |
Transmission
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Gear Box | 6-Speed | 6-Speed |
Drive Type | 4x2 | 4x4 |
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle | No | No |
Wheel & Tyre
Alloy Wheels | Yes | No |
Wheel Covers | No | Yes |
Alloy Wheel Size | 18 Inch | 15 Inch |
Tyre Size | 265/70 R18 | 195 R15 |
Tyre Type | Radial | Radial |
Wheel Size | R18 | R15 |
Spare Tyre Size | -- | 195 R15 |
Spare Tyre Material | -- | Steel |
Safety
Anti-Lock Braking System | Yes | No |
Brake Assist | Yes | No |
Ebd | Yes | No |
Vehicle Stability Control System | Yes | No |
Door Ajar Warning | Yes | -- |
Traction Control | Yes | No |
Crash Sensor | Yes | No |
Driver Airbag | Yes | No |
Passenger Airbag | Yes | No |
Curtain Airbags | No | No |
Side Airbag-Front | No | No |
Side Airbag-Rear | No | No |
Knee Airbags | No | No |
Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
Rear Seat Belts | Yes | Yes |
Child Safety Locks | Yes | No |
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | No |
Day & Night Rear View Mirror | Yes | Yes |
Parking Sensors | Yes | No |
Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | No |
Rear Camera | Yes | No |
360 Camera | No | No |
Park Assist | No | No |
Hill-Start Assist Control | Yes | No |
Downhill Assist Control | Yes | No |
Front Impact Beams | Yes | Yes |
Side Impact Beams | Yes | Yes |
Engine Check Warning | Yes | Yes |
Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | No |
Blind Spot monitor | No | No |
Lane Departure Warning System | No | No |
Speed Sensing Door Locks | Yes | -- |
Front Parking Sensors | -- | No |
Emergency Stop Signal | -- | No |
Electric Parking Brake | -- | No |
Rear Cross Traffic Alert | -- | No |
Security
Central Locking | Yes | No |
Power Door Locks | Yes | No |
Anti Theft Device | Yes | No |
Anti-Theft Alarm | Yes | No |
Engine Immobilizer | Yes | No |
Comfort & Convenience
Air Conditioner | Yes | Yes |
Automatic Climate Control | No | No |
Rear A/C Vents | Yes | No |
Heater | Yes | -- |
Ventilated Rear Seats | No | No |
Accessory Power Outlet | Yes | -- |
Central Console Armrest | Yes | -- |
Bottle Holder | Yes | Yes |
Cup Holders-Front | Yes | Yes |
Cup Holders-Rear | Yes | No |
Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
Cruise Control | No | No |
Adaptive Cruise Control | No | No |
Power Windows Front | Yes | Yes |
Power Windows Rear | Yes | No |
Rear Reading Lamp | Yes | No |
Automatic Headlamps | No | No |
Memory Seats | No | No |
Head-Up Display | No | No |
Air Quality Control | -- | No |
Glove Box Cooling | -- | No |
Ventilated Front Seats | -- | No |
Engine Start/Stop Button | -- | No |
Vanity Mirror | -- | No |
Follow Me Home Headlamps | -- | No |
Wireless Charger | -- | No |
Entertainment & Communication
Display Size | 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch | -- |
USB & Auxiliary Input | Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | No |
FM/AM/Radio | Yes | Yes |
Speakers Front | Yes | Yes |
Speakers Rear | Yes | Yes |
Multi-function Steering Wheel | Yes | No |
Integrated 2DIN Audio | No | No |
Touch Screen | Yes | No |
Apple Carplay/Android Auto | -- | No |
CD Player | -- | No |
DVD Player | -- | No |
No Of Speakers | -- | 2 2 |
Navigation System | -- | No |
Voice Control | -- | No |
Instrumentation
Low Fuel Warning Light | Yes | Yes |
Digital Clock | Yes | -- |
Digital Odometer | Yes | -- |
Tacho Meter | Yes | Yes |
Electronic Multi Tripmeter | Yes | Yes |
Seats & Upholstery
Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes |
Electric Adjustable Seats | Yes | No |
Heated Seats - Rear | No | No |
Adjustable Headrest | Yes | -- |
Rear Seat Headrest | Yes | -- |
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest | Yes | No |
Leather Steering Wheel | Yes | No |
Folding Table Rear | No | No |
Foldable Rear Seat | Yes | -- |
Seat Upholstery | Fabric Fabric | -- |
Height Adjustable Driver Seat | -- | Yes |
Seat Lumbar Support | -- | No |
Heated Seats - Front | -- | No |
Fabric Upholstery | -- | Yes |
Leather Seats | -- | No |
Exterior
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror | Yes | No |
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror | No | Yes |
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror | Yes | No |
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator | Yes | No |
Integrated Antenna | Yes | No |
Power Antenna | No | Yes |
Rain Sensing Wiper | No | No |
Rear Window Wiper | No | No |
Rear Window Washer | No | No |
Adjustable Headlights | Yes | No |
Headlamp Type | Halogen Halogen | Halogen Halogen |
Taillight Type | Bulb Bulb | Bulb Bulb |
Removable Convertible Top | No | No |
Side Stepper | Yes | No |
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank | Yes | Yes |
Remote Fuel Lid Opener | -- | No |
Rear Window Defogger | -- | No |
Headlamps Washer | -- | No |
Roof Carrier | -- | No |
Roof Rail | -- | No |
Rear Spoiler | -- | No |
Sun Roof | -- | No |
Moon Roof | -- | No |
Miscellaneous
Outside Temperature Display | -- | No |
Interior
Sun Visors | Yes | Yes |
Ambient Light | -- | No |
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Foton Thunder vs Kia K2500 FAQs
Which Car is cheaper between Foton Thunder vs Kia K2500?
Thunder is priced at ₱1.08 Million and K2500 is priced at ₱1.238 Million. Hence Thunder is the cheapest amongst these Car.
Helpful (227)Which Car has more power between Foton Thunder vs Kia K2500?
The Foton Thunder has power of 161 hp with 390 Nm torque and Kia K2500 has power of 128 hp with 255 Nm torque. Thus making Thunder the more powerful as compared to K2500.
Helpful (266)Which Car has higher ground clearance between Thunder vs K2500?
The Thunder comes with a ground clearance of 220 mm , on the other hand the K2500 comes with a ground clearance of 200 mm , hence the Foton Thunder has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.
Helpful (79)Which Car has more safety features between Foton Thunder vs Kia K2500?
Thunder safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Downhill Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor and Speed Sensing Door Locks
K2500 safety features: Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams and Engine Check Warning
The Foton Thunder has higher number of sefety features than K2500, hence Foton Thunder is more safer than Kia K2500.
Which Car has more comfort features between Thunder vs K2500?
Thunder comfort features: Air Conditioner, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear and Rear Reading Lamp
K2500 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front and Power Windows Front
The Foton Thunder has higher number of comfort features than K2500, hence Foton Thunder is more comfortable than Kia K2500.
Which is bigger Thunder or K2500?
The Thunder dimensions are 5340 mm length, 1940 mm width, 1870 mm height while the K2500 dimensions are 4825 mm length, 1740 mm width, 2105 mm height. Hence, the Thunder is more longer, Thunder is more wider and K2500 is more higher.
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