1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3490 mm |
