1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | APV | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3490 mm |
