1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 144 L |
